Buddhist Thangkas and Mandalas from Tibetan People living in Nepal

Aside from literature and printed drawings, thangkas and mandalas are two primary sources of creatively rendered Buddhist symbols and images. These two aforementioned creations are considered not only great exemplars of Buddhist art but worthwhile pieces of Tibetan Art as well. Naturally enough, most of the ceremonial artworks carry both Buddhist language symbols and the subsequent translation of Buddhist symbols.

Thangkas, in particular, are very rich in Buddhist art symbols. Thangkas are highly decorative banners, either printed or embroidered, and usually small enough to roll into a scroll when not in use. These are usually seen draped over family altars or hanging from monastery walls. Although initially, the creation of thangkas has spiritual relevance, (supposedly filled with Buddhist religion symbols relevant to the needs of the home owners or the members of the monastery); most of the modern day ones now are for ornamentation or display only.

Because the thangkas are supposed to be physical representations of the divine world, most of these are strikingly rich in coloration and design. The norm for the creation of these artworks is that it should be visually stimulating. Often too, the translation of Buddhist symbols is not just relegated to a few drawings here and there. Some of creations may be painted in gold or coated with gold leafs.

Mandalas, on the other hand, are but one of the many Buddhist religious symbols usually seen on thangkas. Mandalas are chart-like designs plotted with Zen Buddhist symbols and other Buddhist symbols art. Aside from being easily recognizable due to its geometric appearance, mandalas usually tell the story of the journey of one man (usually Buddha) through the alternate realms of consciousness. The more detailed the creator of the mandalas is, the more striking this piece of artwork can be.

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